It appears that Xbox, as reported by an industry insider, is being instructed to cease its media activity today. This news comes after Microsoft, Xbox’s parent company, announced earlier today that they would be dismissing hundreds of employees from their gaming divisions, a move that has been met with discontent among the gaming community in previous instances.
Stepping into Ubisoft’s latest sneak peek of Assassin’s Creed: Shadows, I find myself immersed in the breathtaking scenery of Feudal Japan – from verdant fields that stretch as far as the eye can see, to ancient temples steeped in history, bustling cities brimming with life, and beyond.
2024 has taken an unexpected turn for me as a gamer, with powerhouse esports organizations like NRG and Immortals announcing their departure from the League Championship Series (LCS), mere two weeks before the League Worlds event. The 2025 season is looming, and it seems that both NRG and Immortals are choosing to step away from the league completely.
For those who longed to wield the power of ancient gods, the Smite series has been a dream come true, offering players an opportunity to embody these mighty deities in its third-person Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA) gameplay. The arrival of the next chapter, Smite 2, promises an even deeper immersion for fans, as it leverages the cutting-edge capabilities of Unreal Engine 5, a significant upgrade from the previous version, Unreal Engine 3.
As a dedicated gamer, I’ve found that FromSoftware games can be a bit mysterious due to their unique approach to action-RPG design. However, delving into a game like Elden Ring, it becomes clear that there are striking similarities with games like Mass Effect and Skyrim. Despite the initial impression of a completely different world, Elden Ring shares familiar role-playing elements such as side quests and character classes, though they are presented in a way that’s distinctly FromSoftware.
In the grand scheme of “The Batman Epic Crime Saga,” Oswald Cobblepott, known as The Penguin, makes his way onto HBO and Max on September 19, 2024. This series focuses on the character as he endeavors to exploit the vacuum of crime left by Carmine Falcone. Although it may have come as a surprise that The Penguin would headline a show, fans are eagerly awaiting the next installment in Matt Reeves’ Batman universe.
After a decade-long break for its anime adaptation, the manga series Bleach is making an impressive comeback with the saga titled Thousand-Year Blood War. Previously, the manga’s conclusion was hurried due to creator Tite Kubo‘s health concerns. Despite receiving criticism from some audiences, Bleach returned in 2022 with stunning contemporary animation, an exceptional soundtrack, and a revised narrative thanks to Kubo’s active participation in the production process. The quality was maintained through Part 2 – The Separation, demonstrating that Bleach remains relevant. Now, Part 3 – The Conflict is set to deliver even higher quality and more extensive story development and elaboration than before, as promised by Tite Kubo himself.
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It appears that Marvel Studios may have even greater plans than anticipated. Recent speculations hint that they might have already mapped out a completely fresh phase for the MCU following the events of “Secret Wars”.
The game titled “Funko Fusion” is a dynamic, action-packed adventure that combines characters and worlds from various sources like movies, TV shows, comics, and video games. This unique amalgamation is designed by 10:10 Games as a tribute to fandom. In the game, players can choose from over 60 characters across more than 20 franchises, all presented in their distinctive Funko Pop! style. The latest trailer for “Funko Fusion” offers a glimpse into its blend of characters and universes, featuring an array of new and old favorites such as Jordan Peele’s “Nope,” “Jaws,” “The Thing,” “Masters of the Universe,” and many others. Players may be curious to learn about how 10:10 Games selected and developed the diverse IP landscape in “Funko Fusion.
Following a challenging year, Unity has chosen to waive their runtime fees. This move is based on thorough discussions, as Unity explains, that took place both within the company and with external parties.